If your Tecno Pova Slim 5G screen starts tapping or scrolling by itself, you are experiencing what’s known as ghost touch. This issue can make your phone difficult to use, as it reacts to touches you never made. The good news is, it’s usually fixable with a few simple troubleshooting steps.
Why Your Tecno Pova Slim 5G Might Have Ghost Touches
- Faulty or incompatible screen protectors or cases.
- Overheating due to extended gaming or charging.
- Software glitches or outdated system software.
- Dirt, moisture, or static on the screen surface.
- Hardware damage to the display or digitizer.
Remove Screen Protector and Case.
Screen protectors or thick cases can interfere with the touch sensor. If they are poorly applied or of low quality, ghost touches may appear randomly.
Carefully remove any screen protector and case from your Tecno Pova Slim 5G. Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth, and check if the problem disappears. If it does, consider replacing them with Tecno-certified accessories.
Let the Device Cool Down.
Overheating can make the screen act erratically. The digitizer becomes overly sensitive when the device temperature rises too high.
Stop using heavy apps or games, unplug the charger, and place your phone in a cool area for a few minutes. Avoid placing it under direct sunlight. Once the temperature drops, test if the touch response improves.
Clean the Display Surface.
Moisture, oil, or dirt can cause the screen to register false touches. Cleaning it properly helps eliminate this issue.
Use a microfiber cloth slightly dampened with water or screen cleaner. Gently wipe the display, ensuring there is no residue left. Wait a few seconds before using the phone again.
Update System Software.
Ghost touch problems can also result from software glitches. Manufacturers release updates to improve touch response and fix bugs.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap System update, and then check for available updates.
If an update is found, install it and restart your Tecno Pova Slim 5G afterward.
Calibrate Touch Sensitivity.
If the issue persists, recalibrating touch sensitivity may help. This resets how your device interprets screen input.
- Open Settings, and then tap Accessibility.
- Tap Interaction and dexterity, and then adjust Touch sensitivity if the option is available.
Restart your phone after making adjustments and check if the screen behaves normally.
Boot in Safe Mode.
Sometimes, ghost touches are caused by a faulty third-party app. Running your device in Safe Mode temporarily disables all non-system apps.
- Press and hold the Power key until the power options appear.
- Touch and hold Power off until Safe Mode appears, and then tap it to restart.
If the ghost touch issue disappears in Safe Mode, uninstall recently installed apps after rebooting normally.
Perform a Factory Reset.
If none of the steps work, a full reset may be needed to remove deep software conflicts. Make sure to back up your data before proceeding.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap Reset options, and then select Erase all data (factory reset).
This will return your Tecno Pova Slim 5G to its original software condition, which often resolves persistent touch issues.
Ghost touches can be caused by simple issues like dirt or overheating, or more complex ones like digitizer damage. If the problem remains after all these steps, it might be time to visit a Tecno service center for professional diagnosis.
FAQs
Can a bad charger cause ghost touches?
Yes. Non-original or faulty chargers can produce electrical interference that affects the touchscreen. Always use the original Tecno charger.
Does using a thick screen protector affect touch sensitivity?
It can. Poor-quality or thick protectors can reduce screen responsiveness or cause ghost touches. Choose a thin, high-quality protector made for your model.
What if ghost touches happen even after a factory reset?
If the issue persists after resetting, it may indicate a hardware problem. Contact a Tecno service center for repair or screen replacement.
